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NY S07395
Bill
Status
6/13/2018
Primary Sponsor
James Tedisco
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AI Summary
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Authorizes non-owners of liquefied petroleum gas cylinders or containers to fill and deliver propane during emergencies, provided they carry at least $1 million in liability insurance and the equipment has been inspected and certified.
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Permits emergency deliveries when: a residential customer hasn't received gas within 24 hours of requesting it under an existing contract; a federal, state, or local emergency is declared; severe weather threatens safety or property; or federal/state hours of service waivers for propane deliveries are in effect.
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Shields container owners from liability for injuries or damage caused by authorized filling or delivery personnel acting under this provision.
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Prohibits charging additional penalties or fees beyond standard delivery rates during emergency deliveries, and requires deliverers to notify tank owners of customer details, delivery quantity, pressure test readings, and any system changes within 48 hours.
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Preserves all existing contracts between container owners and customers, and prohibits unauthorized removal or filling of propane containers outside of the emergency circumstances specified in this act.
Legislative Description
Relates to authorizing the delivery of liquefied petroleum gas in times of emergency; authorizes delivery by companies who do not own the cylinder, container or receptacle under certain circumstances provided the cylinder, container or receptacle has been inspected and certified as required by law or regulation.
Last Action
referred to agriculture
6/13/2018